Your routine dental appointments give you important feedback about the state of your smile. Your dentist is certainly concerned about the possible formation of a cavity, or cavities, since your last appointment. With that said, dental decay is not the only issue that can be pointed out and addressed. Patients who come to Sunny Smiles for preventive care are given thorough reviews, as our goal is to identify and treat any matter that might threaten your oral health. This includes matters like gum disease, which can have serious consequences for you over time. Remember that preventive visits offer cleanings as well as reviews, and that those cleanings are necessary when it comes to removing tartar formations.
General Dentistry Helps Patients Keep Their Teeth Healthy
General dental visits will offer important support for you when it comes to preventing oral health problems. Through the cleanings provided, your smile is protected from a buildup of plaque and tartar that can lead to problems that demand restorative dental work. When your dentist studies your teeth and gums, they can spot early warning signs of trouble and address them. Because of this early intervention, you can avoid more advanced oral health issues that would call for more involved treatments at a later date.
What Issues Will My Dentist Look For During My Exam?
Cavities are an obvious concern for your dentist, just as they should be a concern for you. In addition to looking for any evidence of decay, your dentist will check for any symptoms of gingivitis. If signs of infection are present, a periodontal cleaning is performed to remove the bacteria causing harm to your tissues. In addition to looking for decay or damage affecting individual teeth, your evaluation will also cover concerns that center on your jaw movement and alignment. Problems like TMJ disorder and bruxism can be recognized and treated in order to ease pain and sensitivity related to jaw trouble.
Scheduling Treatment After A Problem Is Identified
What will happen if your dentist notices that there is a problem with your oral health? After identifying the matter, and determining how it should be treated, we can recommend the appropriate course of action. For tooth decay, that can mean placing a dental filling or dental crown after removing an infection. If you have problems with your jaw movement, or with teeth grinding, we can recommend oral appliance therapy.
Sunny Smiles Can Help You Maintain A Healthy And Lovely Smile!
General dentistry covers more than just tooth decay! When you go in for routine dental exams, our practice can perform a thorough review of your teeth, gums, and oral structures to determine if there are any issues that need to be addressed. To find out more, contact Sunny Smiles in El Paso, TX by calling 915-859-7000.